Used Motors for Sale – Low-Mileage Engines, All Makes, Ships Worldwide

Date June 17, 2026
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Used Motors for Sale – Low-Mileage Engines, All Makes, Ships Worldwide

Finding used motors for sale that you can actually trust is harder than it should be. The internet is full of listings with no mileage, no test results, and a phone number that goes to voicemail. We built Best Automobile Parts specifically to be different from that. We carry real, tested, low-mileage used motors in stock right now — for cars, trucks, SUVs, and performance builds — and we ship them worldwide.

This isn’t a directory. This is a store. We have the inventory, we have the specs, and we ship direct to your door or freight dock.

Why Buy Used Motors Instead of New?

A factory-new engine for a common car or truck can run anywhere from $3,000 to over $10,000, depending on make and model, before you pay a cent for installation. A tested, low-mileage used motor for sale from a reputable supplier can come in at 40–60% of that cost while delivering the same result: a running vehicle.

For older vehicles especially, a new crate engine often costs more than the car is worth. A quality used motor makes that math work. You get the repair done, the vehicle back on the road, and you didn’t spend more fixing it than you would have replacing it.

Used motors also make sense for:

  • Mechanics doing high-volume swap work who need consistent supply
  • Fleets replacing engines in aging but still-functional work vehicles
  • Performance builders using a donor motor as a base for a built engine
  • Enthusiasts keeping a classic or collector car going without spending crate engine money

Whatever the reason you’re looking at used motors for sale, the key is sourcing from a supplier who tests first and documents everything. That’s us.

Used Motors for Sale — Current Inventory Highlights

Here’s a look at some of the used motors for sale we stock regularly. All specs listed are per unit, and mileage ranges represent typical available stock — not guarantees on any single unit. Check our product pages for exact figures on what’s in stock today.

Japanese Import Engines

  • Toyota 1ZZ-FE – 1.8L DOHC, VVT-i, 16-valve. Corolla, Matrix, Celica. Reliable daily driver motor. Stock: 50,000–90,000 miles.
  • Honda B18B1 / B18C1 – 1.8L DOHC, VTEC (C1 variant). Integra. The B-series is one of the most swapped motors in Honda history. Stock: 40,000–75,000 miles.
  • Nissan SR20DE / SR20DET – 2.0L DOHC. The DET is turbocharged and comes out of JDM 180SX and Silvia models. Stock: 50,000–85,000 miles (DET sourced from Japan via low-km JDM import).
  • Mazda BP-ZE / BP-T – 1.8L DOHC, Miata and 323. The BP-ZE is naturally aspirated; BP-T is turbocharged (Mazdaspeed trim). Excellent condition units available from 40,000–70,000 miles.
  • Subaru EJ207 – 2.0L turbocharged DOHC. JDM STI. Single-scroll Hitachi turbo, 280hp JDM rating. Stock range: 30,000–60,000 miles.

American V8 Motors

  • GM LM7 / LR4 (5.3L) – OHV, iron block, truck V8. Silverado, Sierra, Tahoe, Suburban. The most common LS-based swap motor in the world. Stock: 60,000–130,000 miles, priced by mileage bracket.
  • Ford Windsor 5.0L (Pre-Coyote) – OHV, pushrod V8. Fox Body, early Mustang GT. Classic platform, massive aftermarket. Stock varies — call for availability.
  • Dodge 5.9L Magnum – OHV, 16-valve. Ram 1500/2500, Dakota. Predecessor to the HEMI platform. Known for being easy to work on and parts are everywhere. Stock: 70,000–120,000 miles.
  • GM LS1 (5.7L) – OHV, aluminum block. Corvette C5, Camaro/Firebird 98–02. 345 hp stock. The original LS swap king. Stock: 50,000–90,000 miles.

Diesel Engines

  • Ford 6.0L Power Stroke – V8 turbodiesel, 325 hp / 570 lb-ft. F-250/350 Super Duty. We carry units that have been properly sorted (EGR cooler and oil cooler addressed). Stock: 100,000–150,000 miles, priced accordingly.
  • GM Duramax LB7 / LLY (6.6L) – V8 turbodiesel. Silverado/Sierra 2500/3500 HD. The LB7 is a 2001–2004; the LLY runs 2004–2005. Both are in demand for high-mileage workhorse replacement. Stock: 100,000–170,000 miles.
  • Cummins 5.9L 12-Valve / 24-Valve – Inline-6 turbodiesel. The 12-valve (89–98) is the legendary P-pump candidate. The 24-valve (98.5–02) introduced VP44 injection. Both extremely popular for fleet and performance diesel builds. Stock varies.
  • Toyota 1HD-FTE – 4.2L inline-6 turbodiesel. Land Cruiser 100 Series. Used heavily in international markets. We source these as JDM / international low-km units. Stock: 80,000–140,000 miles.

What “Tested” Actually Means

We want to be specific here, because the word “tested” gets thrown around a lot when people list used motors for sale and it doesn’t always mean anything.

When we say tested, we mean:

  • Compression test: All cylinders measured. Results documented. Any cylinder reading more than 15% below the others gets flagged and the unit is either repriced or set aside.
  • Leak-down test: Pressurized test to identify valve seal, ring, or head gasket issues that don’t always show up in compression alone.
  • Oil pressure check: Cold and warm. Low oil pressure at idle on a used motor is a red flag for bearing wear.
  • Visual inspection: Block, heads, timing cover, valley, and sealing surfaces. We’re looking for cracks, corrosion, previous repairs, and anything that would cause a problem down the road.

That process adds time and cost to every unit we sell. We do it anyway because it’s what separates a used motor for sale worth buying from one that’s going to leave a customer stranded a month later.

Buying Used Motors for Sale Online — Shipped to You

We ship everywhere. Domestic freight inside the US typically runs 3–5 business days from our facility to yours. International shipments to Europe, Australia, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and Latin America run 7–21 days depending on customs and destination port. All engines ship palletized, properly crated, and with full freight documentation.

You can order directly through our online store, or contact us directly if you have a complex request or need to verify availability before committing. We have a team available to answer questions by phone and email — not a bot, not a ticketing system, actual humans who know what they’re talking about.

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Used Motors for Sale — Pricing and Warranties

Pricing on used motors for sale depends on engine type, mileage, condition, and market demand. A common truck V8 at 100,000 miles costs considerably less than a turbocharged performance motor at 40,000 miles. Both are fair prices for what they are.

We offer a 30-day warranty on all used motors we sell. That covers internal mechanical failures that trace back to the engine’s condition at the time of sale. It does not cover installation errors or damage in transit (we handle transit damage claims separately through freight insurance). If something goes wrong with a motor we sold you within 30 days, contact us and we’ll make it right.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you have the motor I need in stock right now?

We carry a large rotating inventory. The best way to check is to search our catalog or contact us directly with your year, make, model, and engine code.

Can I get just the short block?

Yes. We sell both short blocks and long blocks depending on what’s available for a given engine. Some units come complete with accessories, others are bare. It’s listed on the product page — always ask if you’re not sure.

What’s your return policy on used motors?

Motors that don’t match the listing (wrong part number, different mileage than documented) are eligible for return or exchange. We don’t accept returns on correctly described engines that were ordered by mistake — but we’ll work with you to find a resolution. We want you to come back.

Do you offer bulk pricing?

Yes. Shops and fleets that order regularly can get on a wholesale pricing tier. Contact us to set up an account.

Bottom Line

If you’re looking for used motors for sale from a supplier who actually knows what they’re selling, tests everything before it ships, and backs it up with a real warranty, you’re in the right place. Browse our inventory now or reach out to our team.

External resource worth bookmarking: Edmunds’ car repair section has a solid breakdown of what to factor into an engine replacement decision — good reading if you’re still weighing your options.